Hi,
I have this thing about only buying the best when I purchase any item. So as I set out in my new straight blade venture I purchased a quality DOVO razor and found the best (for me) shaving cream/soap/whatever you call it, plus a good aftershave lotion.

When I purchased my straight blade I purchased a quality strop and a quality brush. I even conscripted my favorite wide mouth Donald Duck cup into service as my lathering cup.
I've used razors to shave with since I first started shaving. Electric razors felt "weird" and chaffed my baby butt soft face so after one time with the electric I gave it away. That was well over thirty five years ago.

The first time I used a straight razor to shave with I was very impressed with the results. I actually "enjoyed" the experience!
So now I come to purchasing honing stones. I done some research on water stones "Norton" and oil stones. As I stated above, I only buy the best, or what best suites me (like my beer, the darker the better!).

I welcome any advice about which stones are better and why. Thanks!